Alabama Chocolate Praline Jumbo Mud Squares ..... Day Three Of Seven Days Of Brownies!

Alabama Chocolate Praline Jumbo Mud Squares

Ingredients:

Crust:

3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs

3/4 cup finely chopped pecans

1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar

1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted

Caramel Layer:

1 (12ounce) jar purchased caramel-flavored topping

3 Tablespoons flour

Brownie Layer:

1 box your favorite brownie mix

Chocolate Frosting:

1 Tablespoon butter or margarine

2 Tablespoons cocoa

2 Tablespoons water

1 cup sifted powdered sugar

pinch salt

1/4 teaspoon vanilla

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Directions:

For the crust:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix all crust ingredients together and press into a 9 inch square pan coated with non-stick cooking spray. Bake for 6 to 8 minutes. Cool slightly.

For the caramel layer:

Combine the caramel topping with the flour mixing well. Spread topping over crust to within 1/2 inch of pan. Set aside.

For the brownie layer:

Prepare brownie mix according to instructions on box for fudge-like brownies. Pour batter over crust and bake according to box instructions. Cool brownies on rack.

For frosting:

Combine butter or margarine, cocoa, and water in a small pan. Cook over medium heat until mixture thickens. Remove from heat; stir in powdered sugar, pinch of salt, and vanilla. Spread over cooled brownies.